2001 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
